•Connect the other jumper cable to the negative terminal of the good battery, then to the frame of the unit with the dead battery.

WARNING: Failure to use this procedure could cause sparking, and the gas in either battery could explode.

Cleaning Battery

•Clean the battery by removing it from the unit and washing with a baking soda and water solution. If necessary, scrape the battery terminals with a wire brush to remove deposits. Coat terminals and exposed wiring with grease or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion.

Battery Failures

Some common causes for battery failure are: incorrect initial activation, lack of water, adding chemicals other than water after initial activation, undercharging, overcharging, corroded connections, freezing. These failures do not constitute warranty.

Lubrication

WARNING: Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before cleaning, lubricating or doing any kind of work on lawn tractor.

Pivot Points

•Lubricate all pivot points with light oil once a season.

Ball Joints

•The ball joints and drag link ends are permanently lubricated and do not need periodic lubrication.

Hydrostatic Transmission

The hydrostatic transmission is filled at the factory and does not require checking. If repairs are needed, contact your local service dealer. The hydrostatic transmission contains approximately 2.5 quarts of SAE 20W50 oil.

Steering Gears

•Lubricate teeth of steering gears with automotive multi-purpose grease after every 25 hours of operation or once a season. See Figure 20.

Steering Shaft

•Lubricate steering shaft at least once a season with light oil. See Figure 20.

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Figure 20

Linkage

•Once a season lubricate all the pivot points on the clutch, brake and lift linkage with SAE 30 engine oil. Wheels

•The front wheels may be provided with optional grease fittings. The rear wheels must be removed from the axle for lubrication. Lubricate at least once a season with automotive multi-purpose grease.

Cutting Blades

Removing Blade

WARNING: Be sure to disconnect and ground the spark plug wire(s) and remove ignition key before working on the cutting blade to prevent accidental engine starting. Protect hands by using heavy gloves or a rag to grasp the cutting blades.

•Remove the hex flange nut which holds the blade to the blade spindle. See Figure 21.

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